Dog who attacked 7-year-old Texas child is put down, police say

Updated 10:47 pm, Monday, July 17, 2017

A young boy in Central Texas was attacked by a pit bull mix outside of his family's home. Neighbor's security cameras captured the attack.

Media: Footage courtesy Manor Police Department

The pit bull mix that mauled a 7-year-old boy in Manor, Texas, in early July has been put down, police said.

According to KXAN, the Manor Police Department said it humanely euthanized the dog in the interest of public safety. Authorities said the the dog attacked another child in Travis County in 2014. The dog's owner agreed with the decision.

The dog's most recent victim, Brison Aldridge, suffered six deep lacerations after being surprised by the canine in an unprovoked attack while playing outside on July 3.